Europe’s welfare states are at risk. Trump could make the problem worse

The Brief – Europe’s Trump tsar

Denmark’s Margrethe Vestager happens to be both available and uniquely qualified for the post.

By Hanna Ziady Europe’s generous welfare states are coming under increasing pressure as weak economic growth collides with rising demands on government budgets, particularly from ageing populations. Donald Trump’s return to the White House on Monday only adds to the uncertainty facing one of the world’s most stable and prosperous regions. The incoming US president is due to address the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting this week.

Europe’s welfare states are at risk. Trump could make the problem worse

Europe’s generous welfare states are coming under increasing strain as weak economic growth collides with rising demands on government budgets, particularly from aging populations.

Donald Trump's return to the White House on Monday only deepens the uncertainty facing Europe. Generous European welfare states are under increasing pressure, writes CNN.

Europe’s concern over Trump isn’t a universal phenomenon

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